Krishi Vines

Climate change is a pressing issue that is reshaping the future of global food security. Food security, which encompasses the availability, accessibility, utilization, and stability of food, is under the threat from rising temperature, shifting precipitation patterns, extreme weather events and increase in greenhouse gases, such as carbon dioxide and methane, in the atmosphere. It…

Climate change refers to long-term fluctuations in temperature and weather patterns. Variations in the solar cycle are generally responsible for such fluctuations. Global warming is a big part of this—it’s like the Earth’s atmosphere getting warmer because it’s holding onto more heat from the sun. The Earth’s atmosphere acts like a cozy blanket, keeping just…

In an age dominated by industrial agriculture and monoculture farming, Nepal is rediscovering the value of its forgotten crops. As global food systems become increasingly uniform, traditional crops that once thrived in Nepal’s diverse regions have been marginalized. However, a growing movement to revive these crops is not only preserving the country’s rich agricultural heritage…

Introduction With its diversified climatic conditions and topography, Nepal is one of those countries that are rich in biodiversity, thereby providing a home for a wide range of agricultural biodiversity, also referred to as agrobiodiversity. Agrobiodiodiversity concerns the diversity of crops, livestock, and microbial diversity on which sustainable agriculture is based. It is critically important…

1. Introduction to Precision Agriculture  1.1 Definition and Overview Precision agriculture, often referred to as precision farming, is an innovative approach that utilizes technology to monitor and manage field variability in crops. This method allows farmers to optimize their inputs such as water, fertilizers, and pesticides based on the specific needs of their crops. By…

Introduction  Nepal is renowned for its rich diversity in ecosystems, civilizations and landscapes shaped by its unique geography and cultural heritage. This diversity is also evident in its agricultural systems, where a wide range of crop varieties, livestock breeds, and other biological resources have long been preserved through traditional farming methods. Communities in the western…